Albuquerque police still have no leads on men who robbed two elderly women in their Northeast Heights homes.

While investigators search for the suspects, police want the elderly to better protect themselves.

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The home invasions involved two men entering the elderly women’s homes by force, according to Albuquerque police. They said the pair tied the women up and stole jewelry and both women’s cars.

Police said there’s a certain segment of the criminal population that preys directly on the elderly because they believe the chances of achieving a successful home invasion are greater.

The two men are still out there and police said they could be looking for more elderly targets. They used a U-Haul in one of the attacks. Those with information should call police.

Police are asking the aging population to be extra careful. They should make sure their doors are locked, double-check lighting and consider taking names off of mail boxes. Police said, for example, someone could see the name and knock on the door delivering a faux message from a supposed son, nephew, etc.

Police also said people should avoid having anything outside a home that suggests an elderly person lives there, including handicap placards or even license plates.